The Villa: Weddings Villa da Schio, Castelgomberto Vicenza. Nestled in a tranquil valley between Vicenza, Verona and Venezia, lies the heritage listed Villa da Schio (Piovene – Da Porto). The main building was designed in a classic Venetian style, with an interior courtyard, covered walkways, and a small church. Wide spaces are available for hire in both the house and in the garden area. Furthermore, the wide covered walkways can be utilised for a variety of events. he Villa was first commissioned by the Piovene family in the late 17th century. The architect responsible for the Villa design was Pizzoccaro, an avid follower of the famed Venetian architect, Andrea Palladio. The garden was designed in the traditional style of the era, that is, “the Italian garden at the front, bearing box hedges and lemon trees”. There are also several statues made by the “Officina del Marinali” throughout the garden and framing the large pond or “Peschiera” are statues representing biblical and mythological figures. The pond is fed by the small Poscola River which was expressly diverted to allow the garden to be built. In the garden there are three, tree lined lanes which were specifically designed to compliment the overall architectural perspective. At the end of each of these lanes is a terrace from where you have a marvellous view of the countryside next to the villa.